A people-first holding company
We invest in exceptional family & founder-owned businesses.
Dear founder,
I created Garden City to be a forever home for your company. We invest permanent capital into excellent companies and have no intention of ever selling.
Our name comes from the biblical story of the Garden of Eden where everyone is created in God’s image to thrive, prosper & flourish. We created Garden City to further grow already amazing companies and ensure that all workers can actualize their God-given potential to truly love their jobs. A place where all workers have respect, dignity and purpose.
This is why we exist.
We are driven by core values.
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Our investment philosophy is simple.
Make Founders Proud
We buy great companies and work with founders who entrust us to follow through on their vision.
Investing for the long-term
We think in decades and generations, not years and months. We’re focused on building value that’s going to be here long after we’re gone.
Transparent & honest communication
We believe trust is built through constant open communication, especially when things get tough. Being authentic and honest 100% of the time.
Culture matters most
We’re committed to protecting cultures, creating thriving environments where everyone has purpose and belonging.
Meet our team.
Michael Arrieta
Founder & CEO
Nick Illuminati
Vice President, Investments
Paige Irvin
People & Events Partner
Chad Merrill
Partner, Business Development
Joel Potts
Vice President, Operations
Latham Saddler
Partner, Operations
Kyle Taura
Partner, Investments
George Huber
Strategic Advisor & Investment Committee
Michael Johnston
Strategic Advisor & Investment Committee
Kenneth Polk
Strategic Advisor & Investment Committee
Joseph Howell
Chief of Staff
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